Vulnerabilities and Security of Web Applications

Abstract

Web applications are active websites which are composition of server based programs serving user interaction and various other functionalities. Web Server security is thus an important aspect for any organisation having web server connectivity with the internet and also to ensure customers using their websites, for a secure online portal. In this age of digital revolution, there has been a rise in demand of web developers who can produce user friendly web platforms such as mobile applications, web applications. The user base for online web applications is on a rise too. We have seen a huge emphasis on creating visual and catchy web applications but with large amount of sensitive user data at stake there should be more focus on providing web security to the applications developed.